November 6, 2024

Utah Valley University

Orem

PART TIME

Assistant - GEAR UP Outreach/Tutor South Alpine School District (Part-Time, Variable Hour)

Position Announcement

As a GEAR UP Mentor Assistant at Utah Valley University, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on students' lives by guiding them toward academic success and a brighter future. In this role, you'll work directly with high school and middle school students in the South Alpine School District, helping them navigate the path to graduation and beyond. You’ll provide individualized support to diverse learners, foster motivation, and act as a positive role model as they build skills and gain confidence in their college readiness.

Your efforts will contribute to key program goals, such as boosting academic performance, improving graduation rates, increasing college enrollment, and helping families understand college options and financing. As a GEAR UP Mentor Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in setting students up for success in their first year of college and in their broader academic journey.

Take on a meaningful, impactful position where you can inspire young minds and empower students to reach their full potential!

Summary of Responsibilities

Works closely with GEAR UP counselors to identify eligible students, recruit, and onboard them into the GEAR UP program.
Tracks student academic progress and standardized test results, and reports to GEAR UP counselor. Administers and tracks student and parent survey completion. Tracks and follows up with students and works with parent specialist to keep parents/guardians informed. May work in a GEAR UP class assisting with taking attendance, managing the classroom, and designing and delivering curriculum.
Organizes and assists with GEAR UP college-readiness activities including college tours, parent/student workshops, and other activities as requested by GEAR UP counselors.
Mentors students about good decision-making processes related to attendance, rigorous academic course selection, study skills, financial aid, ACT prep, and college and scholarship applications. Tutors as needed and requested by GEAR UP counselors.
Makes follow up calls, appointments, and meets with families and high school counselors.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited institution with an associate’s degree plus one year of experience related to the Summary of Duties or any combination of education and experience related to the Summary of Duties totaling three years.

Preferred Qualifications
Valid driver’s license and transportation.
Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred. (Licenses/Certifications:)

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

Must have basic academic knowledge as a result of a completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of academic course selection for high school and college, study skills, financial aid, ACT prep, and college and scholarship applications.

Skills

Must have good verbal and written communication skills.
Must demonstrate teaching skills and be able to tutor students of various academic levels in a variety of content areas.

Abilities

Must demonstrate the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Must demonstrate the ability to organize schedules, prioritize tasks, and follow-through on assignments.
Must demonstrate good time management.
Must be able to successfully interact with students with diverse cultural and academic backgrounds.
Ability to speak and translate Spanish to English is highly preferred.
Ability to work in a GEAR UP class assisting with taking attendance, managing the classroom, and designing and delivering curriculum.

EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.